Jesus M. Magdaleno Jr.

April 17, 1980 - August 18, 2013

Jesus "Jay" Manuel Magdaleno, Jr. was born in Visalia, California on April 17, 1980 to JoAnn Gonzales. He graduated from Tulare Western High School in 1998. Upon graduation he joined the United States Marine Corps Where he was stationed in 29 Palms and San Diego. While enlisted he received several awards and proudly served until 2005 with a final rank of Sergeant. At the end of his service in the USMC Jay joined the California Highway Patrol Academy. After graduating at the top of his class, he began his career as a CHP Officer in San Diego. In early 2009 he transferred back to the Central Valley to be closer to his family. He worked in Fresno, Coalinga and finally in his home town of Visalia. As an officer he received many outstanding reviews.